Church, mosque or temple · UNESCO
Church of St John at Kaneo
Ohrid, North Macedonia
A small Byzantine-style church on a cliff above Lake Ohrid, the town's most photographed view.
Ruins · North Macedonia · Southwestern Region
Ancient Theatre of Ohrid
A Hellenistic theatre set on the hill above the old town, still used for summer performances.
UNESCO World Heritage Paid entry about 30 min
For storytellers
Why Ancient Theatre of Ohrid matters
Rows of stone seating curve up the slope, with a view over the old town and the lake. The theatre is one of the oldest in the area, and today it's used for concerts and events. Sit on the stones and imagine the audience of two thousand years ago.
Talking points
- It dates back to antiquity.
- Summer events are still held here.
- The view over the lake is impressive.
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